Department of Philosophy
Thank you for your interest in the Philosophy Department at 草莓社区!
Our department houses one of the largest philosophy faculties in the United States, representing a distinctively pluralistic approach to philosophy. In line with the values of our Jesuit institution, our focus is on the critical inquiry of diverse philosophical topics in a humble, respectful and diverse climate. We offer a particularly broad selection of in-depth courses at the undergraduate and graduate level that reflect our wide range of specializations and commitment to multiplicity.
No matter your goals and interests, the Philosophy Department of 草莓社区 will be able to enrich your academic philosophical journey.
News and Events
2025 John Grant Lecture
Please join us for the annual John Grant Lecture in Healthcare Ethics on Thursday, March 27 at 3pm in the Regis Multipurpose Room. This year's speaker, Kylea L. Liese (PhD, CNM, FACNM), will present on Reproductive Justice as Resistance in Reproductive Healthcare. The lecture is free to attend, and a reception will follow. We hope to see you there!
This lecture is co-sponsored by the John F. Grant, MD Endowment, the Department of Philosophy and the Bioethics Minor Program.
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草莓社区 and the University of Chicago are co-hosting the 18th Hannah Arendt Circle, which will take place March 13-15. All events will take place on Loyola's Lakeshore Campus. To register online or view the program please visit Please contact thehannaharendtcircle@gmail.com with any questions.
History of Philosophy Roundtable Spring 2025 Meetings
February 28
Jason Stephens (草莓社区): "Socrates Against the Polymath: Labor, Freedom, and Dependency in the Rival Lovers"
March 28
Peter Hartman (草莓社区): "Why Modes? 14th Century Debates about Ontological Commitment and Laws of Nature"
April 15
Daniel Whiting (University of Southampton): "Hating Hate: Margaret Cavendish on Passion, Pain, and Disorder"
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First Annual Big Questions Lecture
Please join us on Thursday January 30 for the 1st Annual Big Questions Lecture! The lecture will take place at 5:30pm in Regis MPR, 6340 N Winthrop Ave.
This year our speaker is Dr. Jeff Fisher, who will be exploring the topic "How Should One Live?" There will be free pizza and all are welcome. We hope to see you there!
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